Sheila Ryan Hara (not verified)says...

Hi Rachel,
I love this post. I can imagine walking in the Scottish highlands with a trip to the pub for sustenance, or a hyggelit evening in Copenhagen after a stroll in Tivoli park. I'd like to suggest parts of Japan, where I have lived for two decades. The islands of Kyushu, Shikoku and Hokkaido all boast of natural beauty and kind but unobtrusive folks who are more often than not willing to help a stray traveler on her way. Just stay away from Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto! I can write a post later if you like. Thanks, Rachel!

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